Core skill for the deep research and writing tool. Write scientific manuscripts in full paragraphs (never bullet points). Use two-stage process with (1) section outlines with key points using research-lookup then (2) convert to flowing prose. IMRAD structure, citations (APA/AMA/Vancouver), figures/tables, reporting guidelines (CONSORT/STROBE/PRISMA), for research papers and journal submissions.
SkillScore60Maintained
Automatic
◆Writing & Editing pack
Last verified 8/28/2026
What it changes
Passed 13 of 21 test cases with the skill, and 11 of 21 without it.
Without skill52%
With skill60%
Checks it passed that the model alone missed
Excludes bullet points from the final Discussion text.
Converts the bullet points into continuous prose paragraphs.
Uses the \begin{limitations} LaTeX environment for study caveats.
and 5 more in the full report
6 fixed9 passed either way6 still failing4 broke
Pass-rate lift
+8 pp
Tokens
+214%
Agent turns
0%
Response time
+25%
Model gemini-3.6-flashMeasured 8/28/2026v1 · latest is v215 of 25 cases passed with skill · 21 comparable
Tokens, turns and time describe resource use, not a dollar price.
This benchmark measured an earlier version of the skill.
See it in action
One of 6 test cases the skill fixed. Same model, same prompt, with and without the skill.
1 of 6
Prompt
I have summarized our findings on synthetic catalyst yield in five bullet points. Please convert this outline into the final Discussion section of our chemistry paper.
What was checked, without and with the skill
Checked
Without skill
With skill
Converts the bullet points into continuous prose paragraphs.
Missed
Passed
Excludes bullet points from the final Discussion text.
Missed
Passed
case-13 · gemini-3.6-flash · 8/28/2026 · answers are capped and redacted
What's inside
The instructions your model reads when the skill loads.
SKILL.md24 lines2 files
Scientific Writing
Detailed Guide
Read the detailed guide before executing this skill. It retains the complete procedure and reference material. Treat its safety, prerequisites, and validation requirements as mandatory. For focused work, load the relevant sections; for end-to-end work, read the guide completely.
When to Use This Skill
This skill should be used when:
Writing or revising any section of a scientific manuscript (abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion)
Structuring a research paper using IMRAD or other standard formats
Formatting citations and references in specific styles (APA, AMA, Vancouver, Chicago, IEEE)
Creating, formatting, or improving figures, tables, and data visualizations
Applying study-specific reporting guidelines (CONSORT for trials, STROBE for observational studies, PRISMA for reviews)
Drafting abstracts that meet journal requirements (structured or unstructured)
Preparing manuscripts for submission to specific journals
Improving writing clarity, conciseness, and precision
Ensuring proper use of field-specific terminology and nomenclature
Addressing reviewer comments and revising manuscripts
Limitations
Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing.
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